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HARTE -- Irene Kirikos Harte, 58, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 3, 2006. She is survived by her daughters, Helen Metarelis of Seattle, WA and Kathy Frederick and husband, Ken of Rio Rancho; grandson, Kenneth Frederick II of Rio Rancho; brothers, Christ Kirikos of Albuquerque and Michael Kirikos of T or C, NM; sister, Maria Post of Albuquerque; and longtime friend, Lance "Woody" Woodworth of Albuquerque. The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind, helpful, and supportive during this time. A private Memorial Service was held at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. You were a true gorgeous Greek and so much fun to play Scrabble with, Mom . . . yiayia . . . Irene, you will be missed. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Tue September 12, 2006

GALLEGOS -- IRENE Mrs. Irene Gallegos "Froggy", 63, an Albuquerque resident since 1957, born in El Paso, TX on July 3, 1943, departed peacefully on September 9, 2006. She was preceded in death by her mother, Natalia Hernandez, November 2, 1995; sister, Josefina, December 25, 1995; granddaughter, Desiree, July 6, 1988; mother-in-law, Lola Gallegos, November 2000; father-in-law, Marshall Gallegos, February 1988; also, Della, May 1994; Ray, March 2006; Tom, October 1999; Joseph, October 1996; Robby, March 1992; Jesse, November 1986; Salomon, November 1978. Mrs. Gallegos is the beloved wife to Mr. Desiderio (Desi) Gallegos of 43 years. Mrs. Gallegos is also survived by her loving children, her sons are Paul and wife, Jeannie, Jerry and wife, Marlene, Desi and wife, Michelle, Joe and wife, Joestte, Jimmy and wife, Jenice. Her loving daughters are Illene and Pete, Lorraine and husband, Edward, Maria and Bruce. Mrs. Gallegos has 17 loving grandchildren; two great-granddaughters; and one great-grandson on the way. Mrs. Gallegos is also survived by her brothers, Jimmy, Henry, Beto; sisters, Mary, Lupe, and Vicki. She also has family in California: Carlos, Cruz, Tommy, Linda, Ofelia, and Arminda. She also had many in-laws, nieces, nephews, and friends. Irene was a great mother as well as a wonderful wife. She was a homemaker all her life. She did have occasional jobs working for the Priest at Our Lady of Assumption Parish and cooking at Desiree's Coffee shop. Most importantly she raised her eight beautiful children and numerous grand- and great-grandchildren with lots of love and affection. Numbers can't speak for all the lives Irene touched in her time here. She was always willing to listen and give what ever was needed to those in need. In lieu of Flowers, Irene's wish was that donations be made to the Albuquerque Kidney Center located at 11298 Lomas Blvd. NE, 87110. A viewing will take place on Tuesday, September 12, 2006 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Riverside Funeral Home Chapel. A Rosary for Mrs. Gallegos will be recited on Wednesday September 13, 2006 at 9:30 a.m. with Mass to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church. The Gallegos Family would like you to join them afterwards for a BBQ. A Burial Service will be held Friday September 15, 2006 at Mt. Calvary Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. Pallbearers will be Mario Collazo, Ernest Gutierrez, Jonathan Hernandez, Jimmy Pat Gallegos, Andrew Gallegos, and Andy Gallegos. Honorary Pallbearers will be Paul Gallegos and Leonard Gallegos. "Mommy we'll miss you and we all love you" # 44. Arrangements by RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE, 225 SAN MATEO NE, 764-9663.
        Published on: Tue September 12, 2006

CHAVEZ -- Elizabeth Mrs. Elizabeth Maria Chavez, 45, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on September 6, 2006. Mrs. Chavez is the beloved wife to Gilbert R. Chavez married for 12 years. Mrs. Chavez is also survived by her children, Mark Anthony Martinez, Ashely Chavez, Michael Chavez, Frank Chavez, Ana Zubia and Andre Chavez; one sister, Heidi Mueller and husband, Wayne; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Chavez was a member of the Catholic Church. A Rosary will be recited Monday morning at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church , 5415 Fortuna NW at 8:00 a.m. with Visitation from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be recited at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Garden Cemetery, 9500 San Pedro NE. Pallbearers will be Michael Chavez, Frank Chavez, Andre Chavez, Matthew Zubia, David Apodaca and Robert Villarreal, Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Apodaca Jr. and Frank Chavez Jr. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Sun September 10, 2006

BERNAL -- Andres Bernal, a lifelong resident of Pena Blanca, was born in Pena Blanca, NM February 7, 1923. He passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2006. Andres was preceded in death by his parents, Maximillio and Maria Bernal; sisters, Theodora Gonzales and Paula Garcia. He is survived by his brothers, Polito Bernal and Ralph Bernal; sister, Umelia Lucero; other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Pena Blanca, NM. A Rosary will be recited on Friday, September 8, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, September 9, 2006 at 11:00 a.m., with burial following at the Parish Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Fri September 08, 2006

BERNAL -- Andres Bernal, a lifelong resident of Pena Blanca, was born in Pena Blanca, NM February 7, 1923. He passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2006. Andres was preceded in death by his parents, Maximillio and Maria Bernal; sisters, Theodora Gonzales and Paula Garcia. He is survived by his brothers, Polito Bernal and Ralph Bernal; sister, Umelia Lucero; other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Pena Blanca, NM. A Rosary will be recited on Friday, September 8, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, September 9, 2006 at 11:00 a.m., with burial following at the Parish Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Thu September 07, 2006

SMITH -- Catherine Elizabeth Smith, 91, died peacefully at her home in Albuquerque, NM, on Monday, August 28, 2006. Pursuant to taking up residence with her son, Bernard Ruel Smith and wife, Maria in 1999, she was a long time resident of the Pine Meadow section of New Hartford, CT. Besides her devoted son and daughter-in-law, she leaves behind two granddaughters; three great-grandchildren; siblings, Katherine Cormier and Madeline Peltier, both of Unionville, CT, Patricia Wollenberg of Manchester, CT, Rosalie Nedorostek of Burlington, CT and Robert Revak Dublac of Unionville, CT; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by her former husband, Ruel E. Smith; six siblings, Mrs. Mary Speranza, Mrs. Walter Fox of Andover, CT, Edward P. Dublac of Farmington, CT, Mrs. Margaret (Midge) Janezic of Windsor, CT, Mr. Paul F. Dublac of Farmington, CT and Mrs. Teresa Yabrosky of Unionville, CT. Catherine was an extremely unique individual, possessing extraordinary intelligence, determination and above all, the gift of humanitarianism, always caring for those less fortunate. She was one of the greatest caregivers during her life, but always without need for fanfare or award. Her ability to perpetuate a positive mind-set, was the catalyst for so many, who needed reinforcement at crucial times in their lives. She was steadfast within the context of loyalty, both to her family and friends and remarkably undaunted by her own misfortunes in life. Catherine wore "many hats" in her life, from dedicated office manager for Case Building Supply in New Hartford, CT and later in her career, associate to her long-time devoted friend, Wycliffe Eddy, at the W.R. Eddy Real-Estate Firm, in Canton, CT. Concurrently, she was the primary caregiver to her close friends, the late Dr. and Mrs. Eddy, formerly of Collinsville; actually, she was thought of by the Eddy's to be part of their family. In conjunction with her own life and family, she remained steadfast, devoted and generous to her mother, the late Mary Catherine Revak Dublac, until her death in 1972. Her favorite aunt, the late Ann Skorka of Avon and her daughters, the late Mary Roy, Ann Dowd, and Francis Dowd from Farmington, were like sisters to Catherine. Catherine may not have won any awards, but this multi-faceted lady's accomplishments and humanitarian efforts were unparalleled. One of the outstanding gifts she possessed was her love of inspiring laughter and song; many will always recall the resonance of her repertoire of song: "Let Me Call You Sweetheart" and "You Are My Sunshine", were just a few. She left this life without either fanfare or recognition, but deserving of both; she was a true lady and will always be remembered by the many lives she touched. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, 2:00 p.m., at Beehive Homes, 600 Whitemna Dr. NW, Albuquerque. Memorial Services and interment of cremated remains will take place at a future date in Connecticut. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Thu September 07, 2006

LEWANDOWSKI -- Sister Mary Danielitta Lewandowski June 20, 1918 - September 3, 2006 Felician Franciscan, Sister Mary Danielitta Lewandowski, CSSF, passed away on September 3, 2006 at the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Provincial House in Rio Rancho, NM, after spending 69 years in religious life. Born in Cudahy, WI, on June 20, 1918 to Francis and Frances (Maciona)Lewandowski, Esther Agnes began her journey in the Felician-Franciscan lifestyle in 1933 when she entered Our Lady of Good Counsel High School in Chicago, IL. On July 25, 1937, Esther officially entered religious life as a member of Our Lady of Good Counsel Province in Chicago and received the name Mary Danielitta at her investiture in 1938. In the late summer of 1939, Sister began a long career as teacher, organist and choir director. Her years in the teaching ministry saw her move 20 times from Texas to Illinois to Nebraska to New Mexico. Sister Danielitta also experienced the transfer from Chicago to the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Province in Ponca City, OK, in 1953 and again to Rio Rancho, NM, in 1976. In many of her assignments in small rural schools, she taught two or three grades at the same time. In addition, Sister taught Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (CCD) classes, directed the choir and served as parish organist. Sister received her Bachelor of Science degree in 1961 from St. Mary College in Xavier, KS and her CCD Master Certificate in 1969 from the College of St. Mary in Omaha, NE. In the summer of 1969 Sister Danielitta volunteered for mission work in Brazil. She served there as Vicar, First Councilor and Treasurer of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Vice-Province, in addition to her mission ministry until January of 1972. Upon her return from Brazil, she returned to classroom education ministry until 1981. For the next eleven years sister served as a religious Education Coordinator or instructor in Rio Rancho. 1992 took sister back to the classroom in Panna Maria, TX for one more year. From 1993 to 1995 Sister again returned to minister as Religious Education Coordinator in Kenedy, Texas, In 1995, Sister was assigned as a resident of the provincial house in Rio Rancho, NM where she served as a member of the liturgy committee, sacristan and library assistant. In 2001, after a fall in which she broke her hip, Sister retired to prayer ministry. Sister Danielitta will be remembered for her beautiful smile, her joyful disposition and for numerous ministries in which she served so selflessly. Sister Danielitta was preceded in death by her parents and her sisters Mary Michalski and Alice Westphal. She is survived by her brother, Sylvester and sister-in-law Josie Lewandowski, of Franklin, Wisconsin and brother-in-law Charles Westphal of Sun City West, Arizona. Wake and rosary services will be held at the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Chapel, 4210 Meadowlark Lane SE, Rio Rancho on Wednesday, September 6, 2006 at 7:00 p.m.. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the same location on Thursday, September 7, 2006 at 9:00 AM followed by interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
        Published on: Wed September 06, 2006

VILLEGAS -- Rosa Alvarado Villegas was born September 5, 1919 in Zacatecas, Mexico. Rosa Villegas, our beloved wife, mother and grandmother died Friday, September 1, 2006. A wonderful wife, mother and friend, she will be remembered forever by her family and community. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Nicolas, and her children, Armando, Daniel and Maria Angela. Also, forever in their hearts, her grandchildren, Raul, Richard, Eric, Diane, Vanessa and Beatriz. Also, treasured by her great-grandchildren, Nicolas and Ava. Rosa will also be remembered by the spouses whom she considered part of her family. Her good nature and smile were special and memorable and will never be forgotten by those who knew her. Visitation and Services will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church located at 3rd and Stover SW. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, September 6, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, September 7, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery on Edith NE. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services 2919 4th ST. NW Abq. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Tue September 05, 2006

ZIMMERLY -- Peter Zimmerly, (52) A lifetime resident of the North Valley, passed away on August 31, 2006. He is survived by his children, Dana and Eric; their mother, Diane; and siblings, Maria Brandenburg and Juan Zimmerly. He will be remembered for his sense of humor, blatant honesty, and strong willed personality. His passion was drag racing but he enjoyed fishing, camping and his career as a mechanic and welder. Rosary on September 4, 2006 at 7 p.m., Services September 5, 2006 9 a.m. Our Lady of Guadalupe on Griegos. Interment at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
        Published on: Tue September 05, 2006

ZIMMERLY -- Peter Zimmerly, (52) A lifetime resident of the North Valley, passed away on August 31, 2006. He is survived by his children, Dana and Eric; their mother, Diane; and siblings, Maria Brandenburg and Juan Zimmerly. He will be remembered for his sense of humor, blatant honesty, and strong willed personality. His passion was drag racing but he enjoyed fishing, camping and his career as a mechanic and welder. Rosary on September 4, 2006 at 7 p.m., Services September 5, 2006 9 a.m. Our Lady of Guadalupe on Griegos. Interment at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
        Published on: Mon September 04, 2006